lipoic acid
noun
li·po·ic acid
| \ lī-ˈpō-ik-
, li-\
, li-\
Definition of lipoic acid
: any of several microbial growth factors
especially
: a fatty acid C8H14O2S2 that is essential for the oxidation of alpha-keto acids (such as pyruvic acid) in metabolism
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The latter helps regular blood sugar and insulin levels.. Brussels sprouts also contain an antioxidant called alpha-lipoic acid that’s been studied for its potential ability to help improve insulin function. — Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, "7 Health Benefits of Brussels Sprouts," 9 July 2019 There is willow bark extract which decongests the skin and tightens pores, as well as alpha-lipoic acid to give skin a bright, healthy glow. — Micaela English, Town & Country, "The 4-Step Skin Care Plan I Am Hooked On For Life," 18 Mar. 2015 It has been used in conjunction with alpha-lipoic acid to alleviate diabetic neuropathy (Minerva Medica, October 2017). — Houston Chronicle, "Vicks VapoRub for poison ivy itch," 8 July 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'lipoic acid.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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lipoic acid
noun
li·po·ic acid
| \ li-ˌpō-ik-
, lī-
\
, lī-
\
Medical Definition of lipoic acid
: any of several microbial growth factors
especially
: a crystalline compound C8H14O2S2 that is essential for the oxidation of alpha-keto acids (as pyruvic acid) in metabolism
— called also protogen